Mathlete
A mathlete is a person who competes in mathematics competitions at any level or any age. The definition may be extended to computer programming competitions, as well. The term is a portmanteau of the words mathematics and athlete. Mathletics is a mind sport. ''Mathlete'' is a registered trademark of the MATHCOUNTS Foundation in the United States, and identifies a student who participates in any of the MATHCOUNTS programs. Top Mathletes from MATHCOUNTS often go on to compete in the AIME, USAMO, and ARML competitions in the United States. Those in other countries generally participate in national olympiads to qualify for the International Mathematical Olympiad. Participants in World Math Day also are commonly referred to as mathletes. Collegiate competitions The Putnam Exam: The William Lowell Putnam Competition is the preeminent undergraduate level mathletic competition in North America. Administered by the Mathematical Association of America, students compete as individ ...
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